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Last updated: 7 May 2021
We've increased our international services between Australia and New Zealand, following the opening of a quarantine free two-way travel bubble between the two countries.
| Route |
|---|
| Auckland <> Brisbane |
| Auckland <> Cairns (seasonal winter service) |
| Auckland <> Gold Coast (Coolangatta) |
| Auckland <> Melbourne |
| Auckland <> Sydney |
| Brisbane <> Christchurch |
| Brisbane <> Queenstown |
| Christchurch <> Melbourne |
| Christchurch <> Sydney |
| Melbourne <> Queenstown |
| Melbourne <> Wellington |
| Queenstown <> Sydney |
| Sydney <> Wellington |
Before booking your onward domestic flights, and before departure, check the latest Australian state and territory travel restrictions or you could be denied entry. Refer to Australian domestic network updates for a full list of destinations.
We'll continue to monitor demand in line with government restrictions, and the schedule is subject to change.
Before booking and before departure, ensure you check the latest New ZealandOpens external site in a new window and AustralianOpens external site in a new window government conditions for travel, including any applicable Australian State Government restrictions and requirements, which include mandatory travel and health declarations, use of face masks, and immigration and entry requirements (which may include applying for a visa or NZeTA), or you could be denied entry.
You can travel between Australia and New Zealand without entering quarantine. However, there are some things that you need to be aware of as you plan and prepare for your flight.
To be eligible to travel on a quarantine-free flight between Australia and New Zealand, you must meet all of the following criteria:
While it's currently safe to travel without quarantine, this could change very quickly. The New Zealand Government advises all travellers that an outbreak of COVID-19 could cause a change to the conditions you're travelling under. This could mean:
By travelling at this time, you're accepting that it'll be your responsibility to manage any COVID-19 related travel disruption and associated costs. Ensure you check the terms and conditions of your tickets and travel insurance.
To be eligible to travel to Australia quarantine-free you must also meet the Australian Government requirementsOpens external site in a new window.
Before you travel, remember to also check for:
To be eligible to travel to New Zealand quarantine-free you must also meet the New Zealand Government requirementsOpens external site in a new window.
Quarantine-free travel from Western Australia to New Zealand has re-commenced, with some restrictions.
Visit the New Zealand Government websiteOpens external site in a new window for more information.
Some Australian states and territories have introduced measures, including additional health and safety protocols, in response to Coronavirus that may impact your plans to travel to those states and around Australia.
Find out about travel restrictions within Australia.
We've added further flexibility on flights across our network so you can book with confidence.
Book any eligible Qantas flight, and enjoy added flexibility with the option to change the date of your travel as often as you need.
Until 28 February 2022, enjoy unlimited fee-free changes to your date of travel when you book any:
If you decide to change the date of your travel we’ll waive the change fee. You'll need to change your flight before your scheduled date of departure and select a new travel date within 12 months of your original booking date. When you’re ready to rebook, you’ll also need to cover any fare increase for your new flight, if applicable. For all changes, your applicable Fare Rules and the Qantas Conditions of Carriage apply.
Visit Fly Flexible for more information.
When you use Qantas Points to book a Classic Flight Reward on Qantas flights before 31 July 2021, you can change your plans until 28 February 2022.
This waiver applies to itineraries that consist only of Classic Flight Rewards. If you combine a Classic Flight Reward with a non-Classic Flight Reward fare, this waiver won’t apply.
Visit Flexible Classic Flight Rewards for more information.
Your health and safety remain our highest priority which is why we've introduced a number of wellbeing measures so you can fly well when you fly with Qantas.
Note: it's mandatory to wear a face mask while travelling on flights between Australia and New Zealand.
For more information, refer to Fly WellFind out about any changes to your airport and inflight experience.
See Temporary inflight and airport service changes for more information.
Disclaimer: * This offer applies to all Qantas operated flights for the following dates: Australian Domestic: booked between 21 May 2020 and 31 July 2021, for travel between 12 June 2020 and 28 February 2022. Trans-Tasman: booked between 15 October 2020 and 31 July 2021, for travel between 16 October 2020 and 28 February 2022. International: booked between 25 February and 31 July 2021, for travel between 1 November 2021 and 28 February 2022. If you decide to change the date of your travel, we'll waive the change fee. You'll need to change your flight before your scheduled date of departure and select a new travel date within 12 months of your original booking date. When you're ready to rebook, you'll also need to cover any fare increase for your new flight, if applicable. For all changes your applicable Fare Rules and the Qantas Conditions of Carriage apply.
Disclaimer: ^ Classic Flight Rewards are available on Qantas, Jetstar and partner airlines. Seats are subject to capacity controls, availability is limited, and some flights may not have any Classic Flight Rewards available. Taxes, fees and carrier charges are payable to Qantas (excluding any amounts payable to third parties at the airport) in addition to the points required. Fees will be automatically waived on changes or cancellations to any Classic Flight Reward booking made before 31 July 2021 for travel until 28 February 2022. To be eligible for the fee waiver, all flights in your booking must be Classic Flight Rewards. If you combine Classic Flight Rewards with non-Classic Flight Reward fares ("Commercial Fares"), the fee waiver will not apply. Reward Assistance and Service Fees may apply. For a list of all Classic Flight Reward service fees, see the Fee Schedule in the program terms and conditions.
